Search by Name

Search by Name

FUNERAL HOME

McColaugh Funeral Home

826 North Detroit Street

Xenia, Ohio

John Samuels Obituary

XENIA - John Ernest Samuels, age 65, passed away Monday, September 28, 2015 in Xenia, Ohio. John was born December 23, 1949 in Columbus, Ohio the son of the late John Williams and Edith (Watkins) Samuels. John is survived by his significant other: Patricia Wagner; sons: John Michael Samuels (Tonya Shirk) and Kevin Wagner (Dani); sisters: Teresa Williams (Brian Dalton) and Cathy Samuels; brother: James Samuels; grandchildren: Kevin Wagner, Ateerys Wagner, Kylan Wagner, Kaveeyon Wagner, Kayle Samuels, Devon Samuels, Devin Samuels, and Jamon Gaskins. John is also survived by numerous other nieces, nephews, and other family members. John loved music, watching nature shows and watching American history shows. "Sweetie" - Monday night I lost my sweetie (10:04 PM) and a part of my heart. The part that held the tears, love and smile on my face. My sweetie held that part and the other parts for 35 years. My Sweetie was always so carefully not to crush, strain, stress or break my heart. I'll miss the hugs and the kisses he gave my heart and he made it skip a beat. Good-Bye sweetie someday we will meet again. Love Always Pat Baby. Memorial services will be held 5:00 PM Saturday October 3, 2015 at the First United Christian Church 626 N. Columbus St. Xenia, Ohio 45385. The family will receive friends Saturday October 3, 2015 from 4:30 PM until the time of service at the First United Christian Church 626 N. Columbus St. Xenia, Ohio 45385. Arrangements are in the care of McColaugh Funeral Home Inc. 826 N. Detroit St. Xenia, Ohio 45385 Online condolences can be made at www.mccolaughfuneralhome.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Xenia Daily Gazette from Oct. 1 to Oct. 2, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for John Samuels

Not sure what to say?





Deborah Buford-Meaux

October 7, 2015

Please accept my heartfelt sympathies on the loss of your loved one.

Carl Fuller

October 6, 2015

John will be deeply missed. Soon we will all enjoy the future promises that Almighty God has in store for us, eliminating this kind of sorrow forever John 11:44 The man who had been dead came out with his feet and hands bound with wrappings, and his face was wrapped with a cloth. Jesus said to them: Free him and let him go.

Kathy Howard

October 2, 2015

My dear friend will be missed my condolences to all of the family. Kat

William and Sonya Harkleroad , Children and greandchildren

October 1, 2015

Prayers from the our family to yours at this time in your lives, may God give you strength and grace, to handle this great loss. May your loved ones remain strong . Much love The harkleroads

Robin Porter Humphrey

October 1, 2015

My thoughts and prayers are prayers are with the Samuels family. I pray that God gives you the strength to hold each other together at this time

October 1, 2015

We are so sorry for the loss of another relative and friend. May God bless you during your time of sorrow.

From the Dunbar family

stephanie hamilton

October 1, 2015

My Condolences to all Family and Friends

James&Terry Samuels

October 1, 2015

You will be missed and loved forever.prayers for the family God bless.

Showing 1 - 8 of 8 results

Make a Donation
in John Samuels's name

Memorial Events
for John Samuels

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

Funeral services provided by:

McColaugh Funeral Home

826 North Detroit Street, Xenia, OH 45385

How to support John's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor John Samuels's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more